The initial shock of Chet Holmgren’s injury at the beginning of the year wore off quickly and turned into worry. Oklahoma City, and all of its fans, waited anxiously for the timeline of recovery. When it was announced that Holmgren would be,

Led by Ja Morant, one of the quicker guards in the association, the Grizzlies rely heavily on the fast break, especially with their back against the wall, trailing 0-2 in their best-of-7 series. Holmgren knows that for the Thunder to grab a commanding 3-0 lead, slowing the Grizzlies down in transition is vital.

The Thunder cruised to a 2-0 series lead against the Grizzlies using lockdown defense, relentless tenacity and a night full of hustle plays.